Portsmouth Historical Society
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Cemetery Tours: Point of Graves
Point of Graves 1-199 Mechanic St, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesTake a walk with us through Portsmouth’s two oldest cemeteries - Point of Graves and North Cemetery - and learn about how colonial New England viewed death and their funerals.
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Homeschool Day: History in the Cemetery
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesTake a tour through North Cemetery - the second oldest cemetery in Portsmouth - and learn more about some of the influential figures buried there.
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Family Day: Gingerbread Workshop
Port City Makerspace 68 Morning St, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesThis hands-on gingerbread workshop is perfect for all ages and skill levels, inviting you to unleash your inner architect and confectioner.
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Evening Gingerbread Workshop
Port City Makerspace 68 Morning St, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesThis hands-on gingerbread workshop is perfect for all ages and skill levels, inviting you to unleash your inner architect and confectioner.
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Ten Piscataqua Writers 2026 Book Event
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesCongratulate the contributors in poetry, fiction, and nonfiction from established and emerging voices in the Piscataqua region’s writing community.
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Museum Closed- Thanksgiving Day
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesMuseum closed for Thanksgiving. We will reopen on Friday, November 28 with the opening of our 35th Annual Gingerbread Exhibition.
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Community Night: Flatbread
Flatbread Company 138 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesSupport the historical society by going to Flatbread Company on Tuesday, December 2. Between 4–9pm we receive up to $3 for every pizza sold.
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Member Sip n’ Shop
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesMember Sip n' Shop. Enjoy up to 20% discounts, raffles, and door prizes, plus light refreshments.
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Homeschool Day: Celia Thaxter & Poetry
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesLearn about Celia Thaxter and her history with the Isles of Shoals. We’ll also take a look at her poetry and try our hand at writing about the places we love.
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Gingerbread Reception and Awards Party
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesJoin us for a sweet evening as we announce the Judge's Award winners and officially kick-off the Gingerbread Exhibition.
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Open Late for Shop & Stroll
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesShop the museum store or take a break from the cold and enjoy the Gingerbread Exhibition. We will be open until 9 p.m.
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Reinventing Portsmouth Book Launch
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesJoin us to celebrate the launch of "Reinventing Portsmouth," a compelling new publication that sheds light on the pivotal decades that reshaped our city.